Iran announced on Tuesday that it has implemented necessary measures to maintain its nuclear program following targeted strikes by the US and Israel. Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, said the country is assessing the damage to its key nuclear facilities and has activated contingency plans for their rapid restoration.
He stated on state television that Iran’s strategy “ensures no disruption in production or services,” even as officials evaluate the impact of the attacks. This reflects Tehran’s intent to keep its nuclear infrastructure operational despite external pressure.
The strikes, described as “Operation Rising Lion,” reportedly hit three main sites: Natanz, Fordow, and Esfahan. The Natanz Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant, housing 1,700 advanced centrifuges, was damaged above ground. Key electrical systems and support buildings were affected.
In Esfahan, a uranium conversion facility, along with its metal production and fuel plating plants, sustained damage. Backup generators and air defense infrastructure at these sites were also reported hit.
An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader confirmed that Iran still holds enriched uranium reserves and warned that the conflict is far from over. Israel’s goal appears to have been disrupting Iran’s nuclear capacity, but Iran insists its program will continue uninterrupted.